Privacy Policy
Last Updated: April 9, 2026
This policy explains what personal information we collect, why we collect it, how we use and protect it, and your rights under Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA).
1. Introduction
Akins Employment ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of all individuals who use our website, services, and platforms. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of your personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
2. Who We Are
Akins Employment is a recruitment and staffing agency located at 819 Sargent Ave, 202 204/206 #106, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0B9, Canada. We provide temporary, permanent, and contract staffing services, as well as professional training programs, to employers and job seekers in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and across Canada.
3. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Identity information: name, date of birth, gender
- Contact information: email address, phone number, mailing address
- Employment information: resumes, work history, skills, education, certifications, references
- Account information: username, password (encrypted), profile preferences
- Business information (employers): company name, business registration number, verification documents
- Technical information: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited
- Communication data: messages sent through our platform, inquiry form submissions
4. How We Collect Information
We collect personal information through:
- Account registration and profile creation
- Job applications and resume uploads
- Contact forms and inquiry submissions
- Employer registration and verification
- Website usage and cookies (see Section 7)
- Direct communication (phone, email, in-person)
5. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
- Match job seekers with suitable employment opportunities
- Process job applications and share resumes with prospective employers
- Verify employer accounts and business legitimacy
- Communicate about job opportunities, training programs, and services
- Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
- Improve our website, services, and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Inactive accounts and associated data may be deleted after 24 months of inactivity. You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 10).
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
- Encrypted password storage (bcrypt hashing)
- CSRF protection on all forms
- Rate limiting on login attempts
- Prepared database statements to prevent SQL injection
- Secure session management with HTTP-only cookies
- Regular security monitoring and updates
10. Your Privacy Rights
Under PIPEDA, you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information
- Withdrawal of consent: Withdraw your consent for the collection, use, or disclosure of your information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
- Complaint: File a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada
To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the information in Section 14.
11. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
- Email: info@akinsemployment.ca
- Phone: 431-441-7372
- Address: 819 Sargent Ave, 202 204/206 #106, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0B9, Canada
You may also file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada at www.priv.gc.ca.